As we all know, it's never too early to start thinking about the NFL draft.

With so much information out there and fan interest at an all-time high, speculation about what a team will do in the next draft begins the minute the last pick in the current draft is made.

The 2012 draft promises to be a really interesting draft to watch unfold. There will be several teams picking early that are in dire need of an infusion of young talent and the top of the draft is packed with high-end talent.

Particularly strong is the quarterback position. Andrew Luck is regarded as the best quarterback prospect to come along in a long time, and Landry Jones and Matt Barkley are both highly-productive passers that will make some team drafting in the top ten happy.

Without further ado, let's get to the top ten draft picks in the 2012 draft.

Note: This draft order was based on where I think the teams will finish the season. It is not based on a previous draft order or on the current records of the teams involved.

4. Indianapolis Colts: Trent Richardson, RB (Alabama)

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With Matt Barkley on board as a possible replacement for Peyton Manning, the Colts will pass and work under the assumption that Manning will get back on the field healthy. Or they will at least worry about that bridge when they have to cross it.

Trent Richardson is a physical running back that will fit in their offense nicely as a complement to the passing game.

Defense is always an option for Indianapolis, but I think the Colts are of the mindset that they have to do everything they can to prepare their offense for life without Peyton Manning.

If the Colts end up having to lean on the running game in a world without Peyton Manning, Richardson is their guy.

5. Miami Dolphins: Matt Barkley, QB (USC)

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And just like that, the three elite quarterback prospects in this draft are off the board. Dolphins fans have been clamoring for a change at quarterback since the end of last season, and they will get their wish by the time next season rolls around.

Barkley has been as steady as they come in his time at USC. His stats and production have increased as he has gotten more experience, and he has been the one constant in a USC program that has seen so much chaos in the last several years.

The Dolphins don't feel like a team that is all that far away from contending. Drafting a top quarterback prospect like Barkley will get them that much close to making the playoffs.